Program Overview
The Laws (by Research) at Universiti Teknologi Mara is a LLM programme in Law over 18 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of law. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Laws (by Research) programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Malaysia and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 18 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Location: Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Laws (by Research) programme are prepared for diverse careers in law:
- Solicitor / Barrister
- Legal Counsel
- Policy Advisor
- Legal Researcher
- Compliance Officer
- International Arbitrator
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Legal Research And Methodology
- Malaysian Copyright And Design Laws
- Malaysian Patent And Trademark Laws
- Comparative Copyright Laws
- Comparative Patent Laws
- Comparative Trademark And Unfair Competition Laws
- Comparative Design Laws
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
a) Applicant must have a recognised Master degree in Law with a Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of at least 2.75 or equivalent.
b) Application must be accompanied by a written research proposal in the required format.
c) Candidates are required to succesfully undergo an interview with the Faculty\xc2\x92s Postgraduate Committee.1) Academic Qualification
Master\xc2\x92s Program - Applicant must have a Bachelor\xc2\x92s Degree with Honours in a relevant field of study from a university that is recognized by the University Senate and the Malaysian government.
2) English Language Proficiency
All international applicants from non-English speaking countries applying for postgraduate studies in UiTM are required to show proof of English language proficiency as follows:
- TOEFL certificate with a score of at least
- 550 for (paper based), or
- 213 (computer based), or
- 79-80 (IBT), or
- An IELTS certificate with at least Band 6.0
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Detailed tuition information is not available. Please contact the university for the most current tuition and fee information.
Application Deadline
Please contact the university for application deadline information.
About Universiti Teknologi Mara
Universiti Teknologi Mara
Shah Alam, Malaysia
Universiti Teknologi Mara is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields....
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 18 months